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of this exercise will take at least two months. Our experience, however, shows that
this data collection and analysis contributes directly to effective program development,
and further, protects staff time and energy in the long run. 1: Have an "outside researcher" conduct focus groups with managers, youth workers, and young leaders. Ask each group to define youth leadership in terms of (a) outcomes, (b) experiences, and (c) stories and metaphors. 2: Bring the groups together, and have the researcher summarize findings from the focus groups. Have the groups reach consensus as to the "essential elements" of youth leadership. 3: With the essential elements identified, ask participants to do a self-assessment of their youth leadership programming to identify strengths and limitations. 4: Develop and iplement an action plan that strengthens (a) program design and (b) staff development. Youth Leadership: Linking Research and Program Theory to Exemplary Practice  |
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